The Matchday 7 clash in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers between South Sudan and DR Congo will take place on September 5 at the Juba Stadium. South Sudan vs. DR Congo: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
South Sudan
South Sudan has shown promising performances in recent matches, yet they continue to struggle to find consistent form. Despite their efforts, the team has only managed to secure a couple of wins in their last few outings. With the home advantage, South Sudan will be looking to capitalize on their familiar surroundings and the support of their fans to boost their chances of securing a positive result against DR Congo.
- South Sudan has not lost in regular time in 3 of their last 5 home matches (2 wins, 1 draw).
- The team has managed to score at least one goal in 4 of their last 6 home games.
- In 5 of South Sudan's last 7 home matches, the scoreline at the end of regular time featured the number "1".
DR Congo
DR Congo comes into this match with a strong record in the qualifiers, having secured crucial victories in their recent fixtures. The team has demonstrated their attacking prowess and will be keen to maintain their momentum as they aim for a top spot in the group. DR Congo's solid performances away from home have been a key factor in their successful campaign so far.
- DR Congo has not lost in regular time in their last 5 away matches (3 wins, 2 draws).
- The team has scored two or more goals in 4 of their last 6 away games.
- In 6 of DR Congo's last 7 away matches, at least one team failed to score in regular time.
South Sudan vs. DR Congo: Match Prediction
South Sudan faces a challenging task against a DR Congo side that has been in excellent form. While South Sudan has shown resilience at home, DR Congo's superior quality and recent performances suggest they will have the upper hand. South Sudan's defensive approach might limit the scoring opportunities, but DR Congo's attacking strength is likely to break through.
Considering the teams' current form and statistics, my prediction: Total under 3.5 goals